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January 2018
Volume 2, Number 7
The Opening Door…Among my favorite ways to
begin the New Year is to begin the day with prayer.
There is one prayer in particular which I turn to year
after year. It is a prayer for the opening door from a
prayer book I turn to time and again, Celtic Daily
Prayer: Prayers and Readings from the Northumbria
Community (HarperOne: 2002, p238). As we
embark on the journey of this New Year perhaps
this is a prayer we can
share together no matter
where we find ourselves.
“This is to be used as
a ‘first-footing’ prayer. In
Scotland and the northern
parts of England, New
Year is given much
importance: folk go from
house to house wishing
each other a good year
ahead, and celebrate their
good wishes with food
and plenty of drink. It is
often seen as important
who should be the first to
cross the threshold and
‘bring in the year’ once midnight has passed.
“This song (spoken or sung) asks Christ Himself
to come and ‘first-foot’ for us. The door is opened to
welcome Him in and invite His blessing, whether He
comes in silence or in the company of other guests.
“This day is a new day
that has never been before.
This year is a new year,
the opening door.
Open the door
Enter, Lord Christ—
we have joy in Your coming.
You have given us life;
and we welcome Your coming.
I turn now to face You,
I lift up my eyes.
Be blessing my face,
Lord;
be blessing my eyes.
May all my eye looks on
be blessed and be
bright,
my neighbours, my
loved ones
be blessed in Your sight.
You have given us life
and we welcome Your
coming.
Be with us, Lord,
we have joy, we have
joy.
This year is a new year,
the opening door.
Be with us, Lord,
we have joy, we have joy.”
As we open the door to our community at
CSUMC may we welcome Christ and have joy, have
joy. Until we meet again in the New Year,
May God’s grace and peace enfold your spirit,
Rev. Rebecca
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United Methodist Church
… an imperfect people learning to love perfectly, discovering with our neighbors hope and wholeness through Jesus Christ.
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Contact Info
Office Hours
Court Street UMC
719 Court St
Fulton, MO 65251
Office Hours:
8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Monday-Friday
Phone:
573.642.5721
Email:
UMCCourtStreet@gmail.com
Pastor:
Rev. Rebecca Dunger Peak
Email:
FultonUMCPastor@gmail.com
Phone:
573-416-4023
Office Hours:
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Monday, Wednesday &
Thursday
(other times when available
and by appointment)
Web:
www.courtumc.org
Facebook:
www.Facebook.com/
courtstreetunitedmethodist
Instagram:
csumcfultonmo
Staff:
Rev. Rebecca Dunger Peak,
Pastor
Jared Shulse,
Music Director
Becky Teacutter,
Administrative Assistant
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Letter from *Breezy to Christians at Court Street UMC
Greetings to Court Street UMC.
In this season of giving and being thankful for Jesus, the greatest gift
of all, let’s think and rethink our attitudes about giving. The Bible says
God helps those who help themselves, right? Wrong! Many of us have
heard this statement as a quote from the Bible often but NO, it is not in
the Bible. No big deal you say but may I lovingly point out that if it is
being used as an excuse not to help those in need because they may
have made poor choices or failed to lift themselves by their own
bootstraps as we have been told we should do then I think it would be
good to read carefully Matthew 25:31-46 known commonly as the “least
of these” scripture.
If we have fed the hungry, clothes the naked, cared for the sick, aided
the homeless, welcomed the stranger, we have done this to Christ
himself. This group of people probably does not include those who help
themselves but rather those in need of our help, of course. God helps
those who help themselves but indeed God helps everyone and thus so
should we. God does not check a list of naughty or nice but rather gives
help to all who call upon him. As we give and receive at Christmas, please
remember “the least of these.”
Peace, love, and joy,
Mary Beth Wimp
Each month we will take the time to thank those who’ve made a
difference in the life of our community both inside and outside the walls
of the building. This month we celebrate the ministry of our
Administrative Assistant Becky Teacutter. She has done much behind
the scenes to empower us for ministry. She creates an atmosphere of
hospitality in the office with her many lamps and the lovely plants she
nurtures. Becky has been invaluable to the ministry of Court Street UMC.
We are excited for a new opportunity that has come her way. She will be
the full-time administrative assistant at Olivet Christian Church which is
only a short two miles from home. Her skills will now bless a sister
congregation. Becky’s last day in the office is Friday, January 5. Please
take the opportunity to express your appreciation in the days ahead.
Becky, know that you have been an angel among us! We Hold You in
High Regard! Way to Go!!
We Hold You in High Regard! Way to Go!
Church Directory Update
The new directory should be ready during the first part of January.
Proofing is going on now and once printed, copies will be handed out in
church or mailed to members.
Dear Ones, you are a blessing to
me! You surprised me with altar
flowers in honor of my birthday and
showered me with generosity with
your Christmas gift. Thank you! I
look forward to all that God has in
store for us at CSUMC in the coming
year.
Grace and peace,
Rev. Rebecca
Dear Court Street United Methodist,
Thank you for your donation of
63 lbs. of food. With your help we
are able to serve our community.
Merry Christmas!
Sincerely,
Yvette Colson
SERVE Team
Dear Church Family,
We would like to thank
everyone for beautiful Christmas
cards. What a thoughtful gesture!
We appreciated them so much. We
hope everyone has a Merry
Christmas and a joyous New Year!
Don & Barbara Stassel
Court Street United Methodist
Church:
Words are inadequate when
expressing my gratitude and thanks
for not only the Christmas gift I
received this year but for the love
and support I have received during
my career at Court Street UMC. It
has been a joy and a blessing to
work here. I will miss each and every
one of you.
Becky Teacutter
Court Street UMC 3
Year-End Giving Statements Coming Soon!
Year-end giving statements for 2017 will be mailed in January. Please
check your statement carefully for errors and/or omissions and let the
church office know so that corrections can be made and a new statement
issued to you for your tax returns.
GO - spend some time at Wiley House
Wiley House is a homeless shelter for single men and women
operated by Our House here in Fulton.
On normal days the shelter is closed during the daytime and guests
are expected to GO find something to do to help their cause. Sundays
are unusual in that the library, community center, and most businesses
are closed. After morning church hours there is no warming place for our
unsheltered neighbors.
That's where you come in. You can make a real difference in
someone's life by volunteering to spend a little time at Wiley House on
a Sunday afternoon this winter while it is so cold. I spent part of
Christmas Eve there so the guests could watch football and munch
snacks instead of being put out in the snow.
Call me if you would like to help in this act of mercy
Linda Rootes
Sunday Morning Hospitality
This is for all of you who have ever said, "I would be happy to help,
but no one has invited me." This is the year you have been waiting for!
Starting right now Sunday morning hospitality will be coordinated
by crews of recruiters (see list below). Each Sunday the crew will invite
others to participate in the welcoming and greeting of all our guests.
That way we can all help without the pressure of commitment to a
schedule. Help whenever you are here!
Linda Rootes
Extra Mini Pies Available
There are five apple mini pies for sale leftover from the Christmas
Bazaar. The pies are $5 each. If you would like to purchase one (or more)
contact Diane Ludwig.
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Administrative Board
SPRC Specialist
Les Hudson
Barb Reuter
Trustee Specialists
Bobby Mealy
Paul McCormack
Finance Team Specialists
Mona Bartley
Linda Rootes
Finance Secretary
Charlie James
Lay Leader
Deana Ready
Lay Delegate to Annual Conference
Linda Mealy
Committee on Nominations and
Leadership Development
Pastor
Rev. Rebecca Dunger Peak
Lay Leader
Deana Ready
Class of 2018
Les Hudson
Diane Ludwig
Class of 2019
Linda Mealy
Nancy Lewis
Council on Ministries
Pastor
Rev. Rebecca Dunger Peak
Lay Leader
Deana Ready
Nurture & Education/Discipleship
Julie Uhls
Linda Williams
Outreach & Witness
Linda Mealy
Mary Ann Echelmeier
Worship & Hospitality
Linda Rootes
Penny Flow
Communication
Diane Ludwig Nancy Lewis
2018 Church Officers & Leadership
Volunteer Host Servant Schedule 2018
January, April, July, October
Crew #1
Les Hudson & Deanna Hudson
Penny Flow & Randy Flow
February, May, August, November
Crew #2
Rob Mock & Rita Mock
Nancy Lewis
March, June, September, December
Crew #3
Charlie James & Jo James
Sandy Davis & Roy Davis
Substitutes
Sue Lippincott
Alan Finke & Jan Finke
Holly Dudley
Connie Chancellor
*If you need to trade please make your own arrangements by calling someone on this list. Notify the office by Tuesday so a
correction can be made in the bulletin.
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One of the many ways your church has offered to
give to others is through the faithful payment of your
conference apportionments for 2017. I pray that as
you have given in generosity, you have found joy in
the giving.
Please know that the gifts you offer through your
conference apportionments are faithfully used to lead
congregations to lead people to actively follow Jesus
Christ; that’s our mission together. So together we
train pastors and start new churches. Together we
provide opportunities for youth and college students
to come to know Jesus Christ, sometimes in camps,
sometimes on campuses, sometimes at WOW, and
sometimes in our local churches. Together we reach
out in services in Haiti and Mozambique and in places
of every disaster of every good kind. Together we
work to keep our sanctuaries safe, and we invite
people to find their ways of serving God. Together we
provide a great witness of grace and justice and hope.
For your faithfulness and generosity, again I say
thanks. Giving, not getting, is the way.
Blessings,
Sherry Habben
Mid-State District From our District Superintendent Sherry Habben
Christmas Eve at Court Street
Court Street UMC 6
Christmas is a time of reflecting and remembering.
We thank the following people for their gift of a lovely
poinsettia plant placed on the altar to honor or
remember those dear to them.
In Memory of
Vernon Echelmeier
Gene & Mary Lorraine Bryant
by Sharon Morris Gibson
Gene Backer
by Dottie Backer
Vincent Watson
by Lola Watson
Our Parents
by Jerry & Maurine Long
Sam & Carolyn Denty & C.W. & Lucile James
by Charlie & Jo James
Jack Lippincott
by Sue Lippincott
Our parents, Ralph & Doris Hudson; Jim & Jean
Hampton
by Les & Deanna Hudson
Joe Wickell
by Wanda Wickell
Nick J. Ludwig
by Diane Ludwig
Nick & Virginia Ludwig
by Diane Ludwig
Mildred & Fritz Burre
by Diane Ludwig
In Honor Of
Our children: Amy, David, Mason, & Trask
by Charlie & Nancy Riley
John & Kate Teel
by Michelle Teel
Jan Finke
by Alan Finke
ALTAR POINSETTIAS ADORN SANCTUARY
Christmas Cards to
At-Home Members
Many thanks to those of you who provided
Christmas cards and messages to our at-home church
members. They were delivered the week of December
18 and brought smiles to many faces.
Linda Rootes delivers Christmas Cards to
Edith Romaine Schmid
Court Street & St. James UMC participated in
Community Christmas Service at Callaway YMCA
2017 Christmas
Bazaar Recap
With the holidays winding
down, we can now reflect back on
our many activities. The 65th
annual Christmas Bazaar was
indeed a memorable day. The
crowds were excited, shoppers
plentiful and spirits certainly in
holiday-mode. Angels were
among us everywhere! Again, my
sincere thanks to all those who
had a part in the making the day
such a great success!.
At the end of the day, we were
all tired but proud of another
successful Bazaar. In total, our
income topped out at about
$10,200 and expenses at about
$2,275, so our net is about $7,925
(final totals still being calculated).
In addition, the family of Lottie
Proctor asked that all her ‘in
memory’ gifts be directed to
Bazaar expenses, so that will add
another $1,500 to the day. Many
thanks to the family for making
that great gift.
Diane Burre Ludwig
Court Street UMC 7
Flora Delle Clayton, who turned 99 a
few days after the Bazaar, heads up the
RADA knife booth.
Nancy Riley visits with Betty Bates who
turned 95 the day before the Bazaar.
Visitors enjoy the tasty selection of
home-made pies and cakes.
Wanda Wickell, Betty Fennel and
Dorothy Boyce making the popular
turkey salad and pimento cheese
sandwiches.
Beverly Proctor and Nancy Proctor
White with the Booth Sponsor sign
remembering their mother, Lottie
Proctor.
The Pantry Booth Team gathered
around a cloth banner that was used at
the Bazaar in the 1960's.
The Cookies Buy the Pound Crew were
sold out by 1:00 p.m.
Bonnie & Corky set up woodworking
booth.
Church Care Ministry
This section highlights our members, good news, and any special care
needs of our church family. Due to church confidentiality policies, this sec-
tion cannot be included in the on-line version of the newsletter.
Our Folks at Home
Betty Bates
Betty Bradley
Flora Dell Clayton
Ruby Payne
Joyce Rutherford
Ralph & Mary Beth Wimp
Dorothy Winingear
Our Nursing Home Folks
Fulton Manor Romaine “Edith” Schmid
John Rose
Fulton Nursing Betty Keeling
MO Veteran’s Home Lou Lewis
Valley Park Ethel Mirts
Dorothy Schmid
Floyd Winingear
Pin Oaks Wallace Payne
Those Serving Our Country
Evan Gohring
Ricky Revak
And for all those who are deployed
overseas
Our Folks With Special Needs
Clayton, Lloyd, & Andy Peak
Karol Sapp
Carl Thomas
Birthday Celebrations
Birthdays
January 3 George Rutherford
January 4 Patsy Jacobs
January 8 Katelyn Teel
January 13 Floyd Winingear
Chloe McCue
January 14 Kim Wolfmeier
January 15 Lance Randolph
Cameron Utterback
January 17 Tammy Sellmeyer
Tess Bartley
January 20 Michelle Teel
Jackson Bartley
January 21 Shirley Cunningham
January 22 Rebecca McCue
James Speek
January 25 Dale Lewis
Vincent Hammond
January 29 Carl Stassel
Linda Williams
January 30 Joyce Rutherford
January 31 Linda Mealy
Court Street UMC 8
Providing flowers for our altar
is a loving gesture and allows you
to honor or remember a loved
one or event. The cost is $20 and
you may take the floral
arrangement home with you after
worship. The sign up book to
select a date for altar flowers is in
the lobby. Sign up sheets for 2018
are now available so get your date
(s) now!
Altar Flowers
Our Gifts on ...
December 3 $2,732.00
December 10 $2,999.50
December 17 $1,777.00
December 24 $3,050.00
Our Members in Service on ...
December 3 2
December 10 1
December 17 2
December 24 1
Our Presence in Worship on …
December 3 45
December 10 61
December 17 52
December 24 52
January 2018 Court Street UMC Calendar of Events
SunSunSunSun MonMonMonMon TueTueTueTue WedWedWedWed ThuThuThuThu FriFriFriFri SatSatSatSat
FH--- Fellowship Hall
FC--- Fellowship
Classroom
S----- Sanctuary
1 New Years Day
Church Office Closed
2 3
9:30 a.m.
Walk With Ease Program (FH)
6 p.m.
Court Street Singers (S)
7 p.m.
Court Street Ringers (S)
4 5
9:30 a.m.
Walk With Ease
Program (FH)
Becky’s Last Day
6
7 Baptism of the Lord
Epiphany Sunday
8:45 a.m.
Sunday School
9:15 a.m.
Court Street Singers
Warmup
9:45 a.m.
Fellowship
10 a.m.
Worship
8
9:30 a.m.
Walk With Ease Program
(FH)
9
10
9:30 a.m.
Walk With Ease Program (FH)
6 p.m.
Court Street Singers (S)
7 p.m.
Court Street Ringers (S)
11 Human Trafficking
Awareness Day
5:45 p.m.
T.O.P.S. Mtg. (FC)
6 p.m.
Girl Scout Leader Mtg.
(FH)
12
9:30 a.m.
Walk With Ease
Program (FH)
13
Committee on Nominations
& Leadership Development
Mtg.
(Time TBD)
14 2nd Sunday after
the Epiphany
8:45 a.m.
Sunday School
9:15 a.m.
Court Street Singers
Warmup
9:45 a.m.
Fellowship
10 a.m.
Worship
15 Martin Luther King Jr
Day
9:30 a.m.
Walk With Ease Program
(FH)
6 p.m.
Girl Scouts (FH)
16
6:30 p.m.
Fellowship Hall
Reserved
17
9:30 a.m.
Walk With Ease Program (FH)
6 p.m.
Court Street Singers (S)
7 p.m.
Court Street Ringers (S)
18
5:45 p.m.
T.O.P.S. Mtg. (FC)
19
9:30 a.m.
Walk With Ease
Program (FH)
2 p.m.
Callaway County
Mobile Food Pantry
20
9 a.m.
United Methodist Women
(FH)
21 3rd Sunday after
the Epiphany
Ecumenical Sunday
8:45 a.m.
Sunday School
9:15 a.m.
Court Street Singers
Warmup
9:45 a.m.
Fellowship
10 a.m.
Worship
22
9:30 a.m.
Walk With Ease Program
(FH)
6 p.m.
Girl Scouts (FH)
7 p.m.
Administrative Board Mtg.
23
6:30 p.m.
Fellowship Hall
Reserved
24
9:30 a.m.
Walk With Ease Program (FH)
6 p.m.
Court Street Singers (S)
7 p.m.
Court Street Ringers (S)
25
5:45 p.m.
T.O.P.S. Mtg. (FC)
26
9:30 a.m.
Walk With Ease
Program (FH)
27
9 a.m.
Baby Grace
Leadership Retreat
(Time TBD)
28 4th Sunday after
the Epiphany
8:45 a.m.
Sunday School
9:15 a.m.
Court Street Singers
Warmup
9:45 a.m.
Fellowship
10 a.m.
Worship
29
9:30 a.m.
Walk With Ease Program
(FH)
30
6:30 p.m.
Fellowship Hall
Reserved
31
9:30 a.m.
Walk With Ease Program (FH)
6 p.m.
Court Street Singers (S)
7 p.m.
Court Street Ringers (S)
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Court Street United Methodist Church
719 Court St
Fulton MO 65251
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January 2018
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United Methodist Church
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